Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians Salary in California
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 6 metro areas • California
Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians in California earn a median salary of $96,593 per year on average across 6 metro and nonmetro areas, +21% vs the national median of $79,830. An estimated 800 aerospace engineering and operations technologists and technicians are employed across California, with salaries ranging from $72,960 to $119,980 depending on location.
$96,593
Avg median salary in California
$119,980
Highest paying metro
$72,960
Lowest paying metro
800
Employed in California
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Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians salaries by city in California
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside, CA | $119,980 | $117,470 | $119,980 | 130 |
| San Jose, CA | $103,200 | $88,700 | $122,120 | 130 |
| Santa Maria, CA | $98,640 | $73,500 | $108,900 | 60 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $96,370 | $72,470 | $99,570 | 410 |
| Bakersfield, CA | $88,410 | $77,580 | $96,610 | 70 |
| San Diego, CA | $72,960 | $62,930 | $90,730 | — |